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West Northamptonshire Council falls short of five-year housing land supply target
A newly published planning report has highlighted West Northamptonshire Council’s (WNC) inability to demonstrate a five-year housing land supply, despite having thousands of homes in the pipeline.
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Go-ahead for 80 homes near Northampton despite protest over flooding
Plans to build up to 80 homes next to a Northampton village have been given outline approval by the council, despite residents’ concerns over flooding.
New arrest by detectives investigating fatal stabbing of 16-year-old in Northampton
A 20-year-old man has been arrested by detectives investigating the fatal stabbing of 16-year-old Khadeem Parris in Northampton.
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HMP Five Wells inmate launched unprovoked assault on prison officer
A prisoner has been given an extended jail term after a vicious attack on an officer at HMP Five Wells in Northamptonshire.
‘Extremely kind and very caring’ Edna looks forward to celebrating 100th birthday over coming months
Ninety-nine-year-old Edna, who has been described by her son as “extremely kind and very caring”, looks forward to celebrating her centenary birthday in just under two months’ time.
Store that aimed to transform fragrance shopping proudly celebrates two years in Northampton
A store, which opened with the aim of transforming fragrance shopping into an unforgettable experience, is proudly celebrating two years since its launch in Northampton.
Successful grand launch welcomed 150 to family-run Pan-Asian restaurant next door to their existing popular venue
A successful grand launch, which welcomed 150 guests, was hosted for a family-run Pan-Asian restaurant next door to their existing popular venue at the heart of Northampton.
Police issue picture of prolific Northampton shoplifter after five-year banning order
The picture of a prolific thief targeting shops in Northampton has been issued by police to warn others of his criminal behaviour.
Northampton footballer Ivan Toney charged with assault
Northampton footballer Ivan Toney has been charged with assault, police have confirmed.
Campaigners renew calls for direct Northampton East West Rail link after minister's response
Campaigners have renewed calls for direct East West Rail services to Northampton after the Government confirmed they are not currently planned.
More road closures planned across Northampton as major highways works continue
Motorists are being warned to expect disruption across Northampton and West Northamptonshire over the coming weeks, with a series of temporary road closures and traffic restrictions planned for highways, bridge and utility works.
'We're being penalised': Northampton traders furious over new town centre parking charges
Northampton town centre businesses have reacted to West Northamptonshire Council’s plans to introduce new ‘premium parking zones’ on certain town centre streets.
'Shocking case has changed the life of victim forever': Northampton driver given suspended jail sentence after child hit on pelican crossing
A Northampton driver has been sentenced for dangerous driving after hitting a child on a pelican crossing on the A4500 Weedon Road in Upton last year.
COURT ROUND-UP: Who’s been sentenced from Northampton, Daventry, Towcester, Brackley, Blisworth
Local magistrates dealt with these 30 offenders guilty of assaulting police, harassment, possession of drugs, shoplifting, burglary at a Northampton pub, speeding …
‘Disappointing’: Runners faced with parking charges at country park in Northamptonshire as council withdraws 90 minute 'benefit'
Parking charges have been reinstated at Brixworth Country Park on Saturday mornings meaning runners will now have to stump up the cash to take part in the free event.
Northampton's Abington Street paving to undergo overnight deep clean and protection works
A section of Northampton town centre will undergo a series of overnight cleaning works next week as part of efforts to protect its regenerated paving.
Young volunteers and undercover officers test hotel safeguarding across Northamptonshire
Undercover police officers and young volunteers have carried out a series of safeguarding tests at hotels across Northamptonshire to assess how well they can spot the warning signs of child exploitation.
Family trio launches food business outside popular pub with menu based on Northampton legends
A family trio has launched a food business outside a popular pub, and their unique menu is inspired by Northampton legends.
Council pauses £4.7m Northampton travel scheme after tree damage sparks protest
The council has paused part of the construction work on a new active travel route in Northampton after residents protested over damage to a mature tree.
Fire crews called to farm in Northamptonshire after spark from tractor ignites straw
Fire crews were called to a farm fire in rural Northamptonshire on Wednesday (August 5).